Thanks to a new law (Ch. 487 of 2012), military veterans can now apply for a special designation on their driver’s license to prove their military status, Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-Cicero) announced. “This is just a small gesture of gratitude to...

“We all know the importance of the manufacturing industry here in Central New York – serving as one of the main drivers of our economic engine. In honor of Manufacturing Day, we recognize the enormous role this industry has here, as well as the need...

“We couldn’t allow sexual predators to continue harassing and intimating their victims years after the attack occurred. That’s why I fought to pass new laws which will implement much-needed protections for women and children so that they can heal...

“It’s very reassuring to see that Governor Cuomo, by signing the OPWDD restoration, understands how vital this funding is to maintaining care and services for our most vulnerable and their families. This restoration is something that I’ve been fighting...

Assemblyman Stirpe (D. Cicero) announced that all homeowners who receive the Basic STAR benefit are required to register with the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance by December 31 to continue receiving tax exemptions in 2014 and the following...

Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-Cicero) announced that he secured an additional $50,000 in discretionary funding from the state for the North Syracuse Central School District. This funding will be used to help offset deep cuts to the school district’s programs...

In an effort to stimulate Central New York’s economy, Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-Cicero) announced that he has secured $4 million for development at Hancock Airpark, a light industrial and office park located in Cicero. Through Assemblyman Stirpe’s...

Assemblyman Stirpe (D-Cicero) announced that today the Governor signed into law a bill to improve highway safety by increasing penalties on young and new drivers who text while driving – because inattention and inexperience is a deadly combination (A.7739). “Even...

Assemblyman Stirpe (D- Cicero) wants to remind students and parents that the Assembly’s annual Summer Reading Challenge is here again. Every year, the Assembly partners with local schools and libraries to encourage children to continue reading during...

“Creating tax-free zones on the unutilized land and buildings surrounding our local SUNY campuses is a great way to spur economic development opportunities. In Central New York we have three great SUNY campuses, and these institutions along with this...

“Today, I voted for a law which levels the legal playing field for the mothers, daughters, and sisters of New York. This law will end sexual discrimination in the workplace, which gives our mothers and daughters more opportunities for promotion and...

A bill authored by Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-Cicero) that would allow the Syracuse Chargers Rowing Club to lease over 2 acres of waterfront park land on Onondaga Lake from Onondaga County, has passed both the Assembly and Senate (A.7743). “Many...

A bill introduced by Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-Cicero) that would provide state funding to educational institutions, not-for-profits, industry public-private partnerships and individuals for the training and certification needed to enter the field of advanced...

“Governor Cuomo’s Public Trust Act is a comprehensive approach that will begin to restore the public’s trust in our state government. This proposal will help clean up Albany by expanding penalties against corrupt public officials. This Act has unanimous...

Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-Cicero) announced he helped pass a package of bills aimed at improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities living in New York State, including veterans. Of the package, two main bills resonated of particular...

Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-Cicero) introduced a bill that would provide state funding to educational institutions such as OCC, not-for-profits, industry public-private partnerships and individuals for the training and certification needed to enter the field...

To the Editor: The David Renz case clearly demonstrates the need to strengthen our laws so a brutal act like this can be prevented from happening again. As we are all aware systematic failures in our justice system were exposed following the heinous...

“Creating a tax-free zone surrounding SUNY campuses such as Upstate Medical University and Onondaga Community College will spur economic development opportunities here in Central New York. Fostering public private partnerships make our region more...

“Vito Lopez has violated the public’s trust and the right to hold public office. His attempt to delay his resignation till the end of session is simply unacceptable. If he does not resign immediately I will support the effort to expel him from the...